The Leaderful Inc | Authentic Leadership for Ambitious Women in an AI-Driven World

When I got promoted, I felt exactly the same. But the world around me didn’t. People paused before speaking to me. They filtered their words. They assumed things about me I didn’t feel were true — authority, status, power, distance. This episode is the story of how I navigated that identity mismatch. It’s about the moments that made me question my place, the loneliness that surprised me, and the leadership lessons that came from being seen differently before I felt different. You’ll hear the raw truth about: the emotional adjustment no one prepares you for the subtle and not-so-subtle ways dynamics shift the power of grounding yourself in your values how to lead from identity, not perception If you’ve ever felt misread, misunderstood, or suddenly “othered” after rising — this episode is your reminder that you’re not imagining it. And you’re not alone.

Burnout makes everything heavier. Especially feedback. In today’s episode, I break down the moment when a piece of feedback hit harder than it should have—and the uncomfortable truth I learned: The feedback wasn’t the problem. My exhaustion was. This episode is a deep dive into emotional regulation, leadership in hard seasons, and why empathy isn’t something soft-hearted leaders use—it’s something strategic leaders rely on. You’ll learn: Why tired leaders misinterpret feedback How to assess your emotional “state” before reacting A 6-step framework for responding with clarity (not panic) How to lead yourself with empathy when your tank is empty For everyone who’s ambitious, overwhelmed, and still showing up: this one will hit home.

In this intimate relaunch episode, I share the real story behind my unexpected rise from Director to Senior Vice President in just four years — and the burnout that nearly took me out along the way. This is the honest reflection I wish someone had shared with me sooner: what it’s like to grow fast, lead big, juggle motherhood and ambition, carry the emotional labor of leadership, and still feel like you’re losing pieces of yourself in the process. If you’re a woman who’s ambitious but exhausted, hopeful but stretched thin, deeply capable yet sometimes filled with doubt — this episode is for you. I talk about why I stepped away from the podcast, how burnout changed me, and what it means to come back wiser, softer, and more grounded. We’ll explore what real leadership looks like in a world moving at the speed of AI — and why women can’t afford to sit out this next era of change. This is a space for honesty, growth, and the messy parts of leading a life that matters. It’s good to be back.

In this episode of the Leaderful Inc, we explore the power of starting with why and how it can transform the way you lead and communicate. We dive into Simon Sinek's book "Start With Why" and discuss why it's important to connect with your why, how to identify your why, and how to use it to lead your team and your family. I share some practical tips and strategies for how you can apply this philosophy to your own life and work, and share inspiring examples of organizations and leaders who have successfully used the start with why approach. Whether you're leading at work or at home, this episode will give you the tools and insights you need to start leading with purpose and passion. You can also check out video episodes on YouTube @theleaderfulinc.

In this episode of the Leaderful Inc., we explore the common patterns of self-sabotage and dream killers that hold us back from achieving our full potential. We delve into the psychological and emotional factors that contribute to self-sabotage, including fear, limiting beliefs, and self-doubt, and provide practical tips and strategies for how you can overcome these obstacles and achieve your goals. We also discuss the ways in which we are our own worst enemies when it comes to pursuing our dreams, and how we can shift our mindset and behaviours to become our own biggest cheerleaders and supporters. Join me as we confront the negative patterns and behaviours that hold us back, and learn how to take control of your life and achieve the success and happiness you deserve. You can also check out video episodes on Youtube @theleaderfulinc

Communicating your point is an essential leadership skill. The content of the message, the style of the delivery and the prep work you do in advance can make all the difference for how effectively someone receives your message. In this episode of the Leaderful Inc. Podcast, you'll find some tips to help you land your message to your audience - whether in a meeting, in a pitch, or in a conversation with someone in your life. You can also check out the video episodes on YouTube @Theleaderfulinc.

The Start Right Now podcast has evolved! In this episode, you'll hear more about why it's now called the Leaderful Inc', and how I hope this new content will be focused on leading better in 2023 and beyond. This podcast is now also a video podcast available on YouTube @theleaderfulinc. Thanks for tuning in!

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is not a topic just for large corporations to be thinking about. Especially when the diversity of your team is proven to drive innovation in a business. BUT let's face it: As a leader, small business owner or an entrepreneur, you may have no idea where to start putting DEI concepts into practice. In this episode, social entrepreneur and LGBTQ+ leader Arthur Woods shares incredible wisdom and research-backed tools for doing exactly that. As the Co-Founder of Mathison.Io, and author of "Hiring for Diversity", it's no wonder this interview is packed with cutting-edge practices for implementing a diversity hiring strategy that will leave your organization with a more comprehensive view and an actionable plan. Order the book 'Hiring for Diversity' and explore Mathison's resources at Mathison.Io.  

In this episode, my guest Keri Murphy, the CEO and Founder of 'Inspired Living', takes us through the impact that video can have on your business - if we can only push our fear of being seen. As a successful serial entrepreneur, she shares how It can be an incredibly powerful tool for making a career transition, for attracting new clients, and for stepping into that calling you have to inspire and move others. This is the kick in the butt that you need to get out of your head and get started with video today. To learn more about Keri and Inspiring Living, Check out InspiredLiving.TV Connect with Chloe @Startrightnowpodcast on Instagram.  

What if you had the tools to get clearer on a big decision, major challenge, or the areas in your life where you're feeling stuck?  Becca Ribbing, the author of The Clarity Journal, believes that we can. Armed with a toolbox of powerful questions, she's on a mission to help people break out of the cycles of uncertainty and struggle that hold them back.  The Clarity Journal is her new book with over 100 thought-provoking questions to stop you from going around in circles and finally figure out what you truly want and create the clarity and momentum that you crave.  Have a listen to this episode for powerful questions you can ask yourself today - including a surprising one about envy.   Connect with Becca over at beccaribbing.com. Get your copy of her journal on Amazon. Connect with Chloe on Instagram @StartRightNowpodcast

How can we become a better version of ourselves every day even if, at times, we find ourselves stuck, stagnant, or burnt out? How can we know for sure we are making decisions that are truly in line with the person we feel called to be? How can we get out of our head and into our body to help us move in the right direction?    My guest in this episode, Wall Street Journal Best-Selling Author Victoria Song, points us to a game-changing approach: Bend your reality. She takes us deep into the strategies she teaches as a Leadership Advisor to successful founders and CEOs of companies in Silicon Valley and celebrities with power, platform and influence. Grab a copy of Victoria's book and more free resources on her website: https://victoriasong.me/bending-reality/ Love this episode? Don't forget to share it!    Connect with Chloe on Instagram @StartRightNowPodcast.  

Keeping your audience's attention has never been more difficult - whether that audience is your client, your followers, your boss, your spouse, or your new connections. It's becoming more important than ever to level up your communication skills in order to influence those around you and land your message.  Lucky for us, this episode features a Communication Expert, Neil Gordon, sharing expert communication tips that will help us take our storytelling and content to the next level. You'll want to listen twice for his powerful reframe of "context" vs "content", and the "silver bullet" formula that will have your audience listening with rapt attention.    Connect with Neil over at NeilCanHelp.Com and take his Speaker Quiz to discover your own speaking style.   Loved this episode? Please pass it along!  Connect with Chloe @StartRightNowPodcast on Instagram. 

Even in our best efforts to be consistent, there are times where we may 'fall off the wagon' in our plans and our daily routines. Recovering from a down period can be tricky - especially when your own judgements about falling short makes it tough to get started again.  In this episode, I share some thoughts and reflections after falling off the wagon myself recently, and the mental shift you may need to make in order to move forward. Connect with Chloe on Instagram @startrightnowpodcast  

When was the last time you gave yourself permission to do more - to be more, to achieve more, to follow that passion, pursue your dream, to step into your calling, or to do what's on your heart? Episode 51 is centered around this exact question.  Pursuing a goal can sometimes feel like you'll need to make a trade-off in another area of your life - and this is the reason that ambition is sometimes accompanied by guilt. Investing in yourself is as much about permission as it is about a daily decision to keep going. So in this episode, we get clear on both the 'permission' and the 'decision' part that is blocking you in your pursuit.

Black or white? Good or bad? Absolutely perfect or a completely failure? Weighing two opposite extremes as your only reality is an example of 'All or Nothing' thinking at it best. But what lies in between the extremes - the shades of grey and all the rich colours across the spectrum - is the reality that we need to ground ourselves in if we want to make progress. So if you've wanted to quit that business because of one bad review, or wanted throw the diet plan out of the window because of one cheat meal, or decided not to start something at all because you didn't think you would finish... this is the episode for you! Take note of these 5 ways to break that bad habit of 'All or Nothing' thinking and step into the dreams you feel called to pursue.   Connect with me on the new Instagram account @Startrightnowpodcast.

What does it mean to be visionary? In this episode, we explore the answer with Marina Phillips. She is a #BOSS, Super Mom, entrepreneur and the founder of Bebe Station. Here's what we know for sure: As we pursue challenging goals, there will be so many instances where we'll meet intense roadblocks, ready to throw us off our course... But our ability to hold that vision close in times of adversity is essential to help us push through it.    Trust me, you'll want to listen to this episode twice! Marina shares her story of how the vision for her business came to be, how COVID continues to keep her pivotting, how she balances her family and her full-time job while being an entrepreneur, and how she's building Bebe station with the end in mind. Connect with Marina on Instagram @BeBeStation and online at bebestation.squarespace.com Connect with Chloe on Instagram @StartRightNowPodcast

We all have a baseline for what we expect we are able to achieve - whether we are conscious of it or not. But did you know that we can dramatically raise the baseline of what's possible based on our daily habits, practices and actions? My guest in this episode is Deanna Rose, a peak performance strategist, naturopathic doctor, sports nutritionist, and the founder of Wellth by Deanna Rose Inc.  She shares her model for moving 'out of the fog' of our lives and businesses, finding clarity in what we are trying to accomplish, and creating habits to perform at our peak.  What surprised me most? A winning strategy isn't always about doing more. Sometimes, it's actually about doing LESS.   To learn more about Deanna's program 'Better Than Yesterday', visit her website: https://better-than-yesterday.simvoly.com/ Connect with Deanna on instagram @DeannaWRose for amazing tips on energy hacking.  

We all want to arrive at a place where our ideas and projects are in full bloom - the point where the vision that we have for our new project is FINALLY realized. We are eagerly waiting for that Season where we can enjoy the fruits of our labour.    But are you expecting harvest season when you're still in the spring sowing season of your biz? Are you missing the gift of the winter season because you're obsessed with seeing what you've planted grow? In this episode, I give you my take on the seasons of business and how to embrace them all... Even if your tree isn't bearing any fruit or flowers just yet.

Designing your brand from scratch as new entrepreneur can feel complicated! And when there is so much to consider, how do we design a brand that feels authentic to us?  In this episode,  Graphic Designer, Entrepreneur and host of the Podcast "Listen2Me", Gio Petrucci discuss why brand visual design starts with understanding and owning who you are at your core - your values, your personality, and the ideals that you stand for. Gio also shares his story of how values clarity led him to leave the corporate world and carving out a more meaningful work as the founder of his creative studio Giografik.  Connect with Gio @Giografik on Instagram and online giografik.com Connect with Chloe @ChloeMcKenzie.Co on Instagram

Is perfectionism keeping you on the sidelines - just dreaming instead of actually doing anything? In this episode, LeadHer Inc. Founder Courtney St. Croix shares her story of how pushing past her perfectionism has been critical to growing her brand, become a best-selling author, achieving over 100+K Downloads on her podcast 'The LeadHer Show', and so much more.  Courtney shares how she uses HUMAN DESIGN principles to lead herself through big transitions in her business and publish her best work.   Connect with Courtney online at www.lead-her.com and on Instagram @LeadHer_Inc.   Connect with Chloe on Instagram @ChloeMcKenzie.co

Does your daily routine match the vision you have for your life? Or are you coming to the end of the day WISHING there were more hours in it, wishing you were farther ahead, and all the while feeling guilty about all of the above?! You're not alone.  In this episode, I share how a busy month led me to a realization I was missing two major pieces of what I need to succeed and hit my targets in my business and podcast. In this conversation we get candid about asking for help and how we must get over the One-(Wo)Man-Show attitude in order to serve at our highest potential.   Was this episode help? Connect with me at @ChloeMcKenzie.Co on Instagram and let me know!

Are you looking for a way to build an audience of fans or potential customers but have no idea where to start? Have you thought about creating content and even podcasting but not sure if it's the right medium for you? On this episode, me and my guest Toni-Ann Mayembe, Host of the Real Happy Mom podcast, take you behind the scenes of how podcasting has been an effective tool to drive new business as a new entrepreneur.  We share the reasons we LOVE the medium of podcasting - and also who podcasting might NOT be for.   Listen and Subscribe to Toni-Ann's podcast 'Real Happy Mom'. Check out the episode I'm featured in: Episode 133 Connect with Toni-Ann on Instagram @ReallHappyMom Connect with Chloe on Instagram @ChloeMcKenzie.Co

If you've ever felt like your introversion or shyness has held you back in your career or business, then this is an episode you'll want to listen to twice. My guest in this episode is Forbes Featured Leadership and Life Coach, and Hypnotherapist Stephanie Thoma. She is the author of the book 'The Confident Introvert: A Practical guide to connecting with others at events and beyond'. In this conversation, she sets the record straight about how Introversion and Confidence are not mutually exclusive, how surprisingly introverted celebrities like Beyonce, Brene Brown and Chris Rock manage their intraversion to succeed at their craft, and how we can all networking like a boss and own a room - even if we're not the most outgoing person there.  Connect with Stephanie: https://thestephaniemichelle.com/ Download Stephanie's Confidence confidence-activating tips here: https://thestephaniemichelle.com/freebie Visit Amazon to purchase her book, 'The Confident Introvert'. Connect with Chloe on Instagram @ChloeMckenzie.co

How much more effective could you be  - as a leader, as a business owner, as a partner, and as a parent - if you truly understood your talents and gifts? The Clifton StrengthsFinder Assessment is one of the most effective (and cost effective) tools that can give you rich insight into your strengths and more importantly, how your unique combination of strengths come togther in You.   My guest on this episode is Sheri Miter. She is a visionary strategist, speaker, and consultant/coach who loves helping others Sail With Their Strengths!  She’s the host of the Uncharted Entrepreneurs podcast where she helps entrepreneurs navigate a freedom driven business & life. and is a newly certified Gallup Strengths Coach. In this episode, we talk about the power of this assessment and more specifically, how it can impact the way you approach designing your business.  Check out Sheri's Podcast, The Uncharted Entrepreneur, here: https://www.unchartedentrepreneurs.com/ Sheri did an episode on each Strength so once you've completed your own assessment, tune in to the episodes that match your strengths, including my interview on her show about the FUTURISTIC (March 23/Day 82) and RELATOR (March 24/Day 83) Themes.

Who are you, really? Are you conscious of the boxes you have put yourself in? Are thinking about the dimensions of your identity as limitations or as super powers? In this episode with entrepreneur, Certified Professional Coach, and Culture Consultant Anya Soto, we will challenge you to free yourself of the labels that YOU have put on yourself and give yourself permission to be whoever and whatever you want to be. I wanted to share this conversation with you, in case this is the challenge you’re up against in finally getting started on your own thing. Connect with Anya Soto on LinkedIn. Connect with Chloe on Instagram @ChloeMcKenzie.Co

Joy can be an elusive emotion for some. It can feel just as vulnerable as sharing your deepest fears and your biggest dreams. And in periods of struggle, joy can feel elusive.  But there are so many opportunities available to us if we can access the joy in our lives, especially when the journey is difficult.  In this episode, my guest Sydney Weiss, host of the 'Seek the Joy' Podcast shares her tools for seeking joy and her story of turning her life challenges into passion and mission.    Connect with Sydney Weiss @SeektheJoypodcast and www.seekthejoypodcast.com

Have you been searching high and low for the perfect mentor who could FINALLY help you connect the dots on your career? 'Find a mentor' is popular advice in the personal development world, but I would argue there are several relationships you can develop that can have WAY more impact in helping you reach your goals. In this episode, I reveal why I stopped searching for a mentor and instead, set an intention to develop connections that would help me make real progress.   Was this advice helpful to you? Connect with me on Instagram @ChloeMcKenzie.Co and let me know!

Are you a 'private person' - or just insecure?  Are you not showing up - online, in conversations, or even in your personal relationships - because you're afraid of what others will think? Not 'showing up' fully is costing you BIG TIME! In this episode, I share some tips and a new perspective about all there is to gain when you act courageously and decide to show up as yourself.  Let's connect! Find me on Instagram @ChloeMcKenzie.Co.  If this message helped you, please pass it along to a friend! 

Are you planning to switch things up in terms of your career? Trying to start a business in an industry that's brand new to you? Looking for a new job that is totally different from your previous work experience?  Get started on a 'Bridge Project'! In this episode, I discuss all the ways a Bridge Project can be a game-changer if you're making a career pivot, and share three examples of projects you can get started on right now.    Connect with me on Instagram @ChloeMcKenzie.Co and tell me all about your Bridge Project! Know someone looking to make a big career change? Show your support by passing along this episode.

This is a question I never thought I would be asking but: Is your ambition holding you back? While ambitious pursuits can propel us to achieve incredible things over the course of our lives, too much of a good thing can have the opposite effect. In this episode, I discuss the correlation between ambition and achievement and how we can manage it to actually make progress.   Connect with me on Instagram @ChloeMckenzie.Co and let me know what you thought about this episode!

Not everyone is going to like you, your business, or what you offer... and you should know that this means you're on the right track! As a small business owner, 'niching down' is advice touted by marketing experts everywhere... but the resistance to going DEEP on a specific solution and target audience can bring up those old fears of rejection, worry, and perhaps a deeper symptom of wanting to be liked by EVERYONE.  In this episode, we get real on the opportunities and insecurities that come along with niching down your small business. 

Is your relationship with your business feeling a bit stale? Do you find yourself dreading aspects of it, when you were once so excited? Feeling like your business is not 'The One'? In this Valentine's Week episode, I take inspiration from romantic relationship advice and share my tips for 'spicing up' your relationship with your business and finding new perspective when times get tough.

Do you struggle with pitching yourself or your business? Are you looking to add more clients to your roster? Want to 'sell' new ideas to your boss or colleagues at work?   What I've learned from pitching the biggest brands in the world is: How YOU deliver the message might be even more critical than the message itself.  In this episode, I share my top 4 tips to help you sell better and win more clients right away.   Connect with me on Instagram @ChloeMcKenzie.co.

Have you ever felt that there were parts of you that were too 'ugly' to share or reveal? Ever felt that your dreams were out of the question for you because of your background, your story, where you've come from, or just who you are?   In this episode, Motivational Speaker, Author and Entrepreneur Jeff Martin shares a story of how his life changed because of an 'ugly gift' and how the vulnerability of sharing these stories can have a tremendously positive impact on our families and the communities we live in.  Connect with Jeff on his website jeffadmartin.com and Instagram @JeffADMartin on Instagram.   

Are you spending more time making excuses and lists of reasons why you aren't further ahead? Feeling like you can't get started on your business idea because "someone else is already doing that" or they "stole your niche"? Do you see others in your industry as competitors to beat vs. potential collaborators to grow with?  These are signs of a scarcity a mindset - and it may be holding you back in a MAJOR way.   In this episode, we discuss how to move from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset and restore the belief that your goals in your business, career, and life are possible for you.

My guests in today's episode are Lerri and Fiona, two Toronto-based Doulas and the Co-founders of Nurturing Village Co. This pair of accomplished women know more than a thing or two about raising babies and building a successful, purposeful business that has community impact. This episode is not only jam-packed with lessons for new mothers navigating their "new normal" of motherhood while pursuing their ambitions, but also for those considering building a business or pursuing a dream alongside a partner or collaborator.  Connect with Lerri and Fiona on Instagram @NurturingVillageCo to learn more about their prenatal and postnatal support.

Having a challenge deciding what to do next? Which business idea to explore first, which job opportunity makes the most sense, which new product you want to add to your line? As an ambitious and creative person, you may find yourself constantly weighing options and outcomes before you make a choice... but making no decision may be the choice that holds you back the MOST.   In this episode, we explore the reasons you might be straddling the line as well as some tools to help you act decisively and finally move forward. 

Have you put on a few extra pounds in quarantine? Is getting in shape and improving your health on the top of your 2021 Goals List?  In this episode, I discuss the reasons why people often struggle to hit their fitness goals and how you can set yourself up for success by making fitness a simple, easy part of your everyday lifestyle.  My guest, Ali McKenzie, a 2x amateur physique bodybuilding champion and the Founder of Canadian Fitness and Supplements company, McKenzie Athletics, shares his tips on how you can get Fit At Home, even all you have is a pair of dumbbells.   Connect with Ali on Instagram @MckenzieAthletics   Get the Fit At Home plan at www.mckenzieathletics.ca

Are you already cranking out your list of New Year's Resolutions and doing some exciting goal-setting and visioning for 2021? LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE FIRST!  I share what I have learned through years of over-achieving - and totally missing the mark on some of my own ambitious goals. I also share 5 powerful questions you should ask yourself with each new goal in your sights that will make your goal-setting and planning session WAY more powerful.   Wishing you a safe and Happy New Year!

What if the most difficult thing that has ever happened to you became the gift that connected you with your life's purpose? In this episode, Marsha Dixon, the founder of the organization 'Girls Can Dream Too' shares her journey from incredibly difficult life circumstances, to her evolution as a community leader and most recently, a semi-finalist in Canada's Total Mom Show Competition. Her message is an inspiring reminder that no matter how difficult your current circumstance, the opportunity to manifest our wildest dream is still possible for all of us.  Learn more about Marsha's organization 'Girls Can Dream Too' on their website: https://girlscandreamtoo.com/  Connect with them on Instagram @GirlsCanDream2 

Feeling a little cash-strapped as you start to develop your creative project? Are those monthly subscriptions and "investments" starting to add up in your bank account? Finding it hard to keep track of the shiny, new tools you feel you need for your business to be marketable and profitable?    In this episode, I challenge you to take a look at 3 investments that may be draining your account and not actually helping you make progress in your project. Cutting spending in these three areas, (and redirecting my budget in other ways) was critical for helping me make progress this year, as a new entrepreneur.  I hope the same for you!

If you've ever asked yourself, "Who am I and what do I have to give? How do I find my people—my tribe? What are the keys to creating amazing female connections?" Then this is the episode for you.  I interview Author Leah JM Dean about her new best-selling book, "Assemble the Tribe" and what it takes to find a female tribe that supports and appreciates each other for a lifetime. In her book and this episode, Leah shares her formula for how to shift to a tribe mindset by first discovering the value that you bring to every connection you make.   Connect with Leah @LeahJMDean on Social Media, and on her website www.leahjmdean.com. Purchase Leah's Best-selling book on her website and also on Amazon.  Enter for a chance to win Leah's book on December 14 On Instagram by following  @ChloeMcKenzie.Co as part of the 12 Days of Giveaways contest.  

Promoting yourself and your creative pursuits can, at times, feel overwhelming - especially if you're not yet a master at your craft. You may feel pressure for your social media feed to look like you have it all together - and to create the illusion of perfection. But is this what your audience really wants? In this episode, my candid conversation with Toronto-based Pop Music artist JIB will give you a behind the scenes on how he, as an up-and-coming musician, is leaning into social media to create authentic connections every day.   You can listen to JIB's music on Spotify. Connect with him on Instagram @Jib2diworld.   Connect with Chloe on Instagram @ChloeMcKenzie.co

Which direction should take your career when you're not sure exactly what lights you up?  In Episode 21, you'll hear a candid conversation with East Coast photographer Lyndsay Doyle about how she rewriting the rules on career success and merging her passions to find her sweet spot. As she hits her career stride into her 40s, her story is an amazing reminder to take the long view on your career and in your entrepreneurial pursuit, especially if you are balancing family priorities.   Connect with Lyndsay Doyle on her website: http://www.lyndsaydoyle.ca/ .   On December 5th, win a copy of her new book, Strong and Free - an inspirational photo book of women in sport. Follow me on Instagram @ChloeMcKenzie.Co for contest details.  

We're live with 12 days of giveaways featuring 12 women-owned businesses! In this episode, you will hear more about each of the founders, their businesses and all of the goodies that is up for grabs in the contest. Each day is a new opportunity to win a prize and at the end of the day, the winner is announced. Don't miss out! Follow me on Instagram @ChloeMcKenzie.co for your opportunity to win wonderful gifts for you and your loved ones. 

How does a 26-year-old songwriter go from having talent known only to her family, to writing the single “Cuando Hay Amor" for Grammy Award Winning Artist Gloria Estefan, to launching a charting podcast? In this episode, you'll find out.    Drea Lopez is a 26 year old musician living in LA living her mission of connecting and inspiring other creative millennial entrepreneurs. In this episode, we talk about finding your voice as a creative (through Music and beyond), staying the course even when it's not so glamorous, and honing your talent along the journey of your pursuit.  Connect with Drea on Instagram: @drealopz and get familiar with her podcast @thejourneyofpursuit.    Connect with me on Instagram @ChloeMcKenzie.co  

In this Monday Pump-You-Up, I share a conversation with a friend that was a timely reminder: There's always another way to get to where you're going. Obstacles along the journey of your pursuit may feel like they are bringing you to a dead end... but what if it's really just a detour? The Start Right Now Podcast "12 Days of Giveaways" is just around the corner! 12 holiday gifts created by small business owners, 12 lucky winners between December 1 and December 12, 2020. Connect with me on Instagram @ChloeMcKenzie.co so you don't miss it!

This podcast promises to take you from 'aspiring to actualizing your potential'... But HOW can we close that gap? In this episode, I share why developing your skills as a leader and zeroing in on Personal Leadership is perhaps THE most important factor in helping you to get there. Listen in for the three-step challenge I present to help you make leadership gains right away - and to get you moving further and faster towards your big goal.  Connect with me on Instagram @ChloeMcKenzie.co

In the pursuit of your dreams, there's no doubt you will find yourself in places, spaces, and rooms where you may feel you don't belong - a feeling that might leave you playing small or questioning whether you have what it takes to thrive and succeed.  In this episode, I interview Jesse Jones, head of his family-owned, Toronto-based insights and marketing agency Jones & Jones Group. He shares his candid experiences of growing up in a family of creative entrepreneurs, and how he is building on their legacy of creating spaces for multicultural communities to thrive in Canada. His own entrepreneurship story will push you to own the things that make you different and to hold on tighter to your dream - even when the going gets tough.  This episode was recorded at the House of KUUMBA - a studio in Brampton, ON (CAN) where creatives can collaborate and produce content together. Check them out on Instagram @TheHouseofKUUMBA.  Connect with Jesse on Instagram @IamJesseJones.  Connect with Chloe on Instagram @ChloeMcKenzie.co. 

In this Monday Pump-You-Up, I offer a short reflection on the historic win of US Vice President Elect Kamala Harris - and what this means for girls around the world. If you've ever found yourself in rooms and at tables where you felt you didn't belong, where you felt you were unqualified, where you felt that your presence itself was a rebellion against the norm, this episode is for you. I challenge you to Dream a LITTLE bit bigger this week. There is so much that is possible for your life if you're ready to accept the challenge. So, Will you?  Connect with me on Instagram @chloemckenzie.co.  Join the community on Facebook to collaborate and grow together.